Rust Buster RB3063L Installation guide

Brand
Rust Buster
Model
RB3063L
Type
Installation guide

This manual is also suitable for

RB3012L
Jeep® TJ Wrangler
Full Center Frame w/ Rear Control Arm Mounts
3012L00
REQUIRED TOOLS
Jack Stands or Lift
Mig Welder
Paint/Primer
Locking Pliers
Hand Grinder
Cutting Wheel or Torch
Welding Gloves
Welding Hood/Shield
Clamps
Ear & Eye Protection
Sockets & Ratchet
Wrenches
Fire Extinguisher & Water
KIT CONTAINS
Full Center Frame w/ Rear Control Arm
Mounts
1.5” Flat Washer
M14 Flat Washer
M14 Nyloc Nut
1.5” Hex Bolt
M10 Hex Bolt
M14 Hex Bolt
QTY
1
3
2
1
3
1
1
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Jeep® TJ Wrangler
Full Center Frame w/ Rear Control Arm Mounts
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1) PREPARING YOUR VEHICLE
Begin by disconnecting your battery prior to starting
your installation.
Inspect your vehicle for leaking fuel lines, fuel tank
and engine components. If you have fuel leaks
repair all leaks prior to starting your installation. If
your fuel tank is near your welding area remove
your tank prior to welding.
Remove all combustible items above the work area
such as seats, carpets, padding, etc.
Keep all flammable materials away from the
vehicle work area.
2) PREPARING YOUR WORKSTATION
Keep a fire extinguisher and water close by in the
case of fire and make sure you always have a
designated “Fire Watch” to assist during the cutting
or welding phases.
Abide by all apprenticed welding safety standards
and practices.
Always use appropriate welding eye protection, ear
protection, and work and fire safety gloves during
the installation and within the work area.
WARNING!
If you are unsure on how to perform the installation
or how to operate any of the required tools listed
above, it is HIGHLY advised that you enlist the work
of a certified welder/installer.
Failure to follow proper safety precautions and
instructions may result in serious injury. The user
assumes all liability when installing the product.
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Jeep® TJ Wrangler
Full Center Frame w/ Rear Control Arm Mounts
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3) PREPARING FOR YOUR INSTALL
Lift your vehicle.
Remove the rear wheel and set it out of the way.
Support your rear axle using two jack stands for the
driver and passenger sides.
Drop and remove the gas tank and all cords and
tubes associated with it, and plug/cover the
remaining tubes to prevent fume leakage. Place it
safely outside of your workstation as it poses as a
fire hazard during installation.
Remove any factory or aftermarket steps or guards.
Remove lower control arm bolt using a 21mm
socket and 21mm wrench. ……………………………………
Remove upper control arm bolt using 15mm socket.
Rotate control arms down and out of the way. This
may require you to loosen the axle side bolts.
Remove upper sway bar end link bolt using an
18mm socket.
Remove the six transfer case skid plate bolts using
an 18mm socket. Remember to support both the
skid plate and the transfer case.
Remove the rear section of the exhaust.
Mark down 1.5 inches from the top of the frame
rail, on the inside and outside. You will do this from
the front most body mount bracket to the bend at
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Jeep® TJ Wrangler
Full Center Frame w/ Rear Control Arm Mounts
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the rear frame section. ………………………………….
Depending on how you intend to cut, clean the cut
zones free of rust and down to bare metal.
4) CUT
Begin cutting away the frame rail along the drawn
line. Remove cut sections in between the body
mount brackets. ……………………………………………….
Grind all cut edges smooth for easier fitment.
5) TEST FIT PART
Attempt to push the part into place and over the
frame rails. Take note of any difficulties and cut
away any obstructions. …………………………………… …
……………………………………….
The part may fit snugly and require force.
NOTE: If other frame repair components have been
installed previously, additional modifications to the
frame may be required. ………………………………………
6) WELDING PREP
Once the part has been fitted, prepare your weld
zones by clearing away any rust or debris, revealing
bare metal. ……………………………………………………………
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Jeep® TJ Wrangler
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(OPTIONAL): Coat the part with a weld-able primer
or other rust inhibitor to help prevent or reduce the
risk of rust formation.
Replace the part and C-clamp and tack weld it into
place to prevent it from moving later.
7) WELD
Remove any remaining potential fire hazards on
both the vehicle and surrounding area. Following
proper welding procedures begin welding the part
onto the frame rails. ………………………………………….
100% weld around all edges.
8) PAINT AND PROTECT
If you chose not to protect your part in (Step 6),
coat the part and work area with a primer or other
rust inhibitor to help prevent or reduce the risk of
rust formation.…
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Jeep® TJ Wrangler
Full Center Frame w/ Rear Control Arm Mounts
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9) REASSEMBLE VEHICLE
Reinstall lower control arm bolt. ……………………..
Reinstall upper control arm bolt. ………………………….
Reinstall upper sway bar end link bolt.
Reinstall the six transfer case skid plate bolts.
Reinstall the rear section of the exhaust.
Reinstall your gas tank, cords, and tubes.
Reinstall any factory or aftermarket steps or guards.
Reinstall your wheels.
Reconnect your battery.
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Rust Buster RB3063L Installation guide

Brand
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Model
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Type
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